Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lavizzo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lavizzo Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lavizzo Elementary School's student population of 394 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lavizzo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lavizzo Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lavizzo Elementary School's ranking?
Lavizzo Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lavizzo Elementary School often compared to?
Lavizzo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hughes L Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lavizzo Elementary School?
394 students attend Lavizzo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lavizzo Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lavizzo Elementary School?
Lavizzo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lavizzo Elementary School offer ?
Lavizzo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lavizzo Elementary School part of?
Lavizzo Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Lavizzo Elementary School located?
Lavizzo Elementary School is located in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Roseland.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Lavizzo Elememtary School has made tremendous strides with its new princpal Stelly and new additions to the staff. Look at the schools test score reports since 2010 and you can see the improvement. Lavizzo now offers athletic programs which include volleyball and basketball as well as a choir program and numerous after school activities. The older negative reviews of 2007 should be deleted. The current staff at Lavizzo is all about the students suceeding. Drop by and see for yourself.
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